October sees the arrival of Black History Month, which this year is focussing on pioneering black women who have made a difference in their communities, workplaces and the wider world. It aims to amplify voices that have historically not been heard, and to celebrate achievements that help women blaze a trail. Black History Month is …
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Blogs remain a hugely popular way to catch up on the latest online news and views from an organisation or an individual. After all, you’re reading one right now! They are normally written in an informal, conversational style and are designed to keep everyone updated and informed about issues relating to the relevant industry or …
Care Vision is a comprehensive digital care management system that brings with it all the tools that a busy care home manager needs to run their facility. From eMAR and nutrition monitoring features to electronic visitor books, staff clocking in and rota management, the day-to-day needs of staff and residents can be met quickly, easily …
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Creativity is a powerful force that can help people recall happy memories, express themselves in different ways and lower their levels of anxiety. Arts and crafts are a popular creative pursuit that offer a huge range of activities, themes, materials and fun. In care homes, arts and crafts can form an important part of a …
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People looking for a care home, either for themselves or a loved one will often start their research online. Your website is therefore a powerful marketing tool when it comes to grabbing attention and highlighting the benefits of choosing your facilities over the competition. As such, it is very important that you give your website …
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According to the team behind Volunteers’ Week, 16.3 people volunteered in 2020/21 through a club, organisation or group (SOURCE: https://volunteersweek.org/about-volunteers-week/why-is-volunteering-important/). Almost one in five (17%) reported doing so at least once a month. All of these unpaid hours are worth a huge amount of money to the UK Government and good causes all over the …
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Every year on 21 September, World Alzheimer’s Day seeks to shed light on a complex condition that affects almost 50 million people around the world (SOURCE: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/world-alzheimers-day). Many people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia reside in care homes. There are many ways in which care home managers are able to help make …
Care homes are, by their very nature, very busy places. What with new arrivals needing to be settled in and all residents requiring a full programme of health and social care, entertainment, therapies, emotional support and meals, there is always something to do to further their care. Then, there are the staff to manage, HR …
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CQC-registered care homes are required to undergo a CQC inspection. Designed by the Care Quality Commission to check that residential homes and other facilities are providing safe, responsive, compliant and well-led care services, the inspection covers several key areas. Care homes are awarded ratings after the inspection has been completed, which enable prospective residents and …
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For many people living with dementia, it can be easier to recall things from further back in time, e.g. their childhood and young adult years, than more recent events. Being able to remember facts and experiences about yourself is extremely comforting when other aspects of daily life feel confusing or out of alignment. Creating a …
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